Opportunities

REPORTS TO: Ryan Opera Center Manager

TERM: Summer 2025

HOURS: 15 hours per week (In-Office)

Through artistic excellence coupled with innovative, relevant programming; initiatives to connect with and grow new audiences; engagement with communities to ignite creativity across Chicago; and a modernized Opera House that is the setting for truly great experiences, Lyric is leading the advancement of opera. This collaborative vision will deliver ever more exciting, thought-provoking and inclusive audience and community experiences – while increasing the gravitational pull of our art form, our company, and our city.

The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center (ROC), Lyric’s professional development program, strives to identify and nurture the best emerging artists of the next generation – and to provide its Ensemble members with the highest possible level of experience in training & performance activities and professional enhancement offerings – all in an effort to set the stage so that Ensemble members are in the best position to create and take advantage of opportunities for leading successful operatic careers. The ROC intern will assist with all departmental administrative functions, program operations, and collaborations with various departments across Lyric, with a particular focus on creating and updating the ROC daily schedule and ROC auditions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform general clerical duties - filing, copying, office organization.

Assist with ROC scheduling and ROC auditions.

Assist with all Ryan Opera Center department performances and special projects as needed.

Assist with administrative work in budget management and other office functions.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Pursuing a graduate degree preferably in the arts, music, or equivalent.

Strong interest in arts administration career.

Previous experience in an administrative office environment is preferred.

Working knowledge of music (especially classical and opera).

Computer literacy is required, with an emphasis in Word, Excel, and the Google Suite environment.

Superior organizational skills and a genuine passion for order.

Must be detail oriented and be able to handle multiple tasks proficiently.

Excellent oral and written communication skills are a must.

WORK CONDITIONS:

Sitting for extended periods.

Ability to operate a computer and to handle other office equipment.

Ability to occasionally oversee evening or weekend functions, deployments, or performances.

Fast-paced environment.

Preferred In-Office Schedule: Three hours per day, Monday-Friday.

COMPENSATION:

Job Classification: Part-Time, Non-Exempt Intern

Hourly Rate: $16.20 + Weekly $30 Travel Stipend

Application deadline: March 14, 2025 by 5:00pm CT

Lyric Opera of Chicago offers intern benefits including professional development and department workshops, complimentary tickets, and other events.

Lyric Opera of Chicago is committed to enhancing our diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Lyric does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, parental status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

BENEFITS

Pay Range: $16 - $16 Hourly

HOW TO APPLY

To Apply: https://lyricopera.applytojob.com/apply/kdDMxwwhzX/Ryan-Opera-Center-ROC-Intern?source=Opera+America

Application Deadline: March 14, 2025